David McDonald – Prepare for 2026: Economic insights for business leaders

In this timely and practical session, economist, investment strategist and Vistage Confidence Index Advisor David McDonald, CFA, delivers a concise, chart‑driven outlook on the year ahead for Australian business leaders.

Drawing on the latest Vistage CEO Confidence Index and broader global market signals, David translates complex macro trends into clear, actionable guidance you can use to pressure‑test plans, sharpen forecasts and make better decisions in 2026.

Watch and learn how to:

• Decode key economic indicators that matter for business decisions: inflation, interest rates, employment, consumer demand and investment cycles.
• Turn macro signals into action on pricing, capex, hiring, inventory and cash flow.
• Build a simple, resilient 2026 plan using base, upside and downside scenarios.
• Identify what to watch globally vs. locally: US rates, China growth, supply chains, commodities and currency.
• Pressure‑test budgets and refinance plans in a higher‑for‑longer rate environment.
• Spot opportunity amid uncertainty: productivity lifts, tech enablement, export exposure and M&A readiness.

Why watch this webinar

If you’re a CEO, founder or business owner in Australia or New Zealand, you’ll value David’s evidence‑based perspective and no‑nonsense delivery. The session focuses on what leaders can do now and how to align strategy and spending with the evolving economic picture. Helping to reduce planning blind spots, and move faster with confidence as 2026 approaches.